Chapter 946: Heavenward Dragons Descend, Earthbound Demons Fall, One Slash Sundering the Heavens!
Chapter 946: Heavenward Dragons Descend, Earthbound Demons Fall, One Slash Sundering the Heavens!
Kaido and Big Mom's auras surged higher, their malevolent grins widening as Charlotte Big Mom soared upward on a crackling thundercloud. Lightning arced from beneath her feet, distorting the sky until ominous storm clouds gathered above.
"Roar!!"
Kaido's form twisted into a dragon, plunging into the cloud layer. The writhing serpent-shadow within deepened the gloom, distant thunder rumbling like stifled drums.
"This doesn't look good", Lucius Kro murmured, stroking his chin as he eyed the dim flashes of thunderlight above.
"Ah", Kuro grunted in response, tightening his grip on the Yokai Blade. His Killing Intent Domain erupted around him—a circular energy dome. "This storm? No dodging it."
No need to analyze specifics. From Kuro's experience, the outcome was already clear.
But unavoidable.
"Mama Mama Mama!"
"Roarr!!"
Charlotte Big Mom's laughter merged with Kaido's draconic growl. Then, in unison, their voices shattered the sky:
"Takemikazuchi's Lightning!"
Boom!!
The heavens erupted. Countless serpentine lightning bolts—shaped like coiling dragons—poured down, lashing the earth. The thunder writhed like living things, merging and twisting until the storm itself descended like a vengeful tide toward Kuro and Lucius Kro.
A thunderstorm Aoe!
"Oh~ how terrifying!" Lucius Kro teased just before a dozen lightning bolts entangled, striking him. His body disintegrated into glowing particles.
But as a Logia-type Devil Fruit user, natural elements couldn't harm him. Thunder was nature. Light was nature. One didn't destroy the other.
Kuro had his own solution.
As lightning struck his Killing Intent Domain, crimson blood-light flared. The storm's wrath met countless slashes of pure killing intent, each bolt severed and extinguished.
Killing Intent Domain!
Even lightning could be cut.
Each slash infused with Killing Intent Encasement sliced through storms effortlessly—mutual annihilation made easy.
"Tch, freaks!" Kuro spat, glaring at the chaotic lightning above. This wasn't dodgeable.
The range was too vast. Their speed couldn't outpace retreat—any position would still be caught in the storm.
These two working together? Even Kuro had to admit—they were damn strong.
Did anyone really think Kuro could form alliances without expecting enemies to do the same?
This was a duel of two versus two. Without special circumstances, synergy always triumphed.
Surely no one believed solo fights were fair when opponents could coordinate?
Charlotte Big Mom's Devil Fruit manipulated nature itself. Kaido's powers similarly commanded elemental forces.
Though their Devil Fruits differed—thunder, flames, corrupt winds, monstrous waves, flying islands—their abilities converged on the same primal paths.
Big Mom could grant souls to objects, including natural elements. Kaido, through draconic traits, summoned storms, lightning, and even airborne islands. Their powers were two sides of the same coin.
Old allies, seasoned comrades—they'd perfected synchronization. That earlier Bakēgas technique? This current elemental assault? Perfectly harmonized.
"Looks like we've got quite the storm, Kuro", Lucius Kro's light particles reformed him within the dome. He smirked, stroking his chin. "What now? Scared?"
"Don't play games!" Kuro snapped. "I came straight here without rest just to find you. Take this seriously!"
"Hehehe." Lucius Kro squinted, eyes twinkling. "Then let's split this thundered sky—"
He paused, voice darkening. "In two."
Kuro inhaled sharply, gripping the Yokai Blade. A malevolent grin spread. "Now you're speaking my language!"
Old man's strong enough.
Still curious—had never seen the full extent of Gramps' power. While his current strength was measurable, the hidden depths remained mysterious.
Buzz!
Lucius Kro slammed fist into palm, forming a Light Sword. "Ame no Murakumo!"
Kuro's eyes widened as the old man finally moved—no longer the usual slouched posture. His steps resonated like a tiger's gait, right foot forward, body low. The Light Sword arced overhead, fist clenched in the other hand, swinging downward.
Niou Fuhou Stance!
First time seeing Gramps like this!
Previously, he'd fought with hands in pockets or used finger-Gokkun lasers. Even elderly Nourishing-Life Sword techniques. Never this fierce stance.
Buzz!!
The slender Light Sword suddenly expanded. The hilt broadened, guard flashing like starlight. The blade lengthened into a massive laser-sword, black etchings weaving through the radiant edge.
"Tsuyugakko!" Lucius Kro rumbled.
"Kuro."
"Got it!"
Kuro's fingers flashed across the Yokai Blade's edge, golden light igniting the crimson steel. Raised both hands overhead—assuming the 'Suzume Otoshi' stance.
The blade gathered power—Killing Intent and Haki melding into a single strike.
Lucius Kro shifted grip, lowering the massive blade.
Whoosh!!
The wind roared.
Kuro struck downward—a single slash carving a luminous arc.
Simultaneously, Lucius Kro swept upward, golden light erupting. Their strikes merged, forming a colossal slash-beam—a radiant golden column piercing the thunderclouds!
Boom!!!
The slash tore through the storm, carving a massive gap in the gloom. Where they stood, the heavens cleared.
The thunderclouds parted, collapsing rapidly. Golden light spread across the sea, restoring the sky.
Above, Azure Dragon Kaido blinked his dragon eyes in shock. Below, thundercloud-rider Charlotte Big Mom clenched her teeth, fury twisting her features.
Between them stood Kuro and Lucius Kro, crimson domain fading, golden motes lingering.
Heavenward dragons descend, earthbound demons fall.
One slash—sundering the heavens!
Kuro grinned. "Let's call it... 'Heaven's Median'!"
(End of Chapter)
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